Israel and Hamas Agree to Trump-Brokered Gaza Peace Deal, Marking Historic Breakthrough After Two Years of Conflict

New York, Oct 2025 : In a landmark diplomatic development two years after one of the bloodiest chapters in the Israel-Palestine conflict began, Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a U.S.-brokered peace deal proposed by President Donald Trump. The breakthrough marks the most significant step yet toward ending the devastating Gaza war that has claimed tens of thousands of lives.

“This means that ALL of the hostages will be released very soon, and Israel will withdraw their troops to an agreed-upon line as the first steps,” President Trump announced on his social media platform Truth Social on Wednesday night.

Trump hailed the deal as a “great day for the Arab and Muslim world, Israel, all surrounding nations, and the United States of America,” expressing gratitude to mediators from Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey who played key roles in facilitating the talks. “All parties will be treated fairly,” he wrote, signing off with a biblical reference: “Blessed are the peacemakers.”

A Dramatic Turn in the Peace Process

According to U.S. officials, the agreement — reached after months of secret negotiations — centers on two immediate steps: the release of all hostages held by Hamas and the phased withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. It also outlines a framework for continued negotiations leading to a permanent ceasefire, humanitarian reconstruction, and governance reforms in the Palestinian enclave.

The announcement came after Secretary of State Marco Rubio reportedly interrupted a closed-door meeting at the White House to inform President Trump that negotiators in Egypt’s Red Sea resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh were close to sealing the deal. Speaking later to reporters, Trump said he might travel to the region “as early as Saturday” to oversee the implementation of the accord.

The timing of the breakthrough is symbolic — coming exactly two years and one day after Hamas launched its deadly October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel that ignited the conflict. The assault killed about 1,250 Israelis and led to around 250 hostages being taken into Gaza.

Israel’s retaliatory offensive devastated much of the territory, leaving over 67,000 Palestinians dead, most of them civilians, according to Gaza’s health authorities. The United Nations has warned that Gaza is on the brink of famine due to Israel’s restrictions on aid.

Diplomatic Push and Political Stakes

The peace talks, repeatedly stalled by escalations on the ground, regained traction after President Trump personally intervened, speaking with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and mobilizing Arab and Muslim-majority countries to pressure Hamas.

Negotiations briefly collapsed when an Israeli airstrike hit a building in Qatar housing Hamas representatives. But behind-the-scenes diplomacy, spearheaded by Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner and Special Representative Steve Witkoff, managed to bring both sides back to the table.

The Jerusalem Post, citing Arab media, reported that the formal signing of the peace deal is expected to take place in Egypt on Thursday afternoon (local time).

Reactions from Both Sides

Prime Minister Netanyahu described the agreement as “a step towards bringing all our people home,” adding, “With God’s help, we will bring them all back.”

Hamas, meanwhile, framed the deal as a victory, stating that it would “ensure the occupation’s withdrawal, allow the entry of humanitarian aid, and implement a prisoner exchange.” The group even extended rare acknowledgment to Trump, saying it appreciated his “efforts aimed at permanently ending the war and securing the full withdrawal of the occupation from the Gaza Strip.”

Trump’s Redemption and Broader Vision

For President Trump, the Gaza peace accord represents a major diplomatic win — especially after his failed attempt to broker a ceasefire in Ukraine earlier this year. Determined to reclaim his image as a dealmaker, Trump unveiled a 20-point Gaza Peace Plan, the first phase of which focuses on the reciprocal release of hostages and prisoners.

Later phases envision Israeli troop withdrawal, Hamas disarmament, and the creation of a “technocratic, apolitical” Palestinian administration in Gaza. According to U.S. sources, the governing structure would be supervised by an international board chaired by Trump himself, with former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair playing an advisory role.

Trump has also hinted that the agreement could pave the way for a revival and expansion of the Abraham Accords, which during his first term normalized Israel’s relations with the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco.

In an interview with a news channel, Trump revealed that Iran — not directly part of the Gaza negotiations — had “blessed” the deal and may join future talks on a broader Middle East peace framework.

Challenges Ahead

Despite widespread relief over the breakthrough, serious challenges remain. In Israel, Netanyahu faces strong backlash from hardline members of his ruling coalition, who oppose any deal short of full control over Gaza and the removal of all Palestinians from the territory.

For Hamas, the deal comes amid mounting pressure from Arab nations and its own war-weary population, caught between relentless Israeli bombardments and internal displacement. The group’s acceptance of the agreement, analysts say, reflects both desperation and pragmatism in the face of potential annihilation.

The agreement also represents a test of Trump’s diplomatic acumen as he seeks to balance political gain with the moral and logistical complexities of enforcing peace between two historically entrenched adversaries.

A Region Poised for Change

The two-year Gaza conflict has reshaped regional geopolitics, isolating Israel internationally and straining U.S. relations with allies wary of the humanitarian toll. The peace agreement, if implemented successfully, could mark the beginning of a new era of stability and cooperation in the Middle East — one that restores faith in diplomacy after years of bloodshed.

As the world watches, President Trump prepares to step once again onto the global stage as a self-styled peacemaker. “This is a great day for peace,” he said, promising that the United States would ensure both sides honor their commitments.

For millions of Israelis and Palestinians exhausted by war, the hope now is that this fragile truce will finally end decades of pain — and turn the promise of peace into lasting reality.

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